Peds Cardiovascular Technologist II

Job Description Summary

The Pediatric Interventional Cardiology Cardiovascular Technologist II for the Pediatric Catheterization Lab reports to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager. Under limited supervision, the Pediatric Interventional Cardiology Radiologic Technologist III performs and assists complex technical procedures, operates at a high-level of technical competency and models the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity under limited supervision. This role is responsible for the safe use of ionizing radiation for special cardiovascular, EP, and interventional procedures on a population ranging from the neonate to the geriatric patient. This position functions proficiently during all heart catheterization, electrophysiology studies, ablations and other cardiovascular interventional radiographic procedures. This role commands a strong knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000320 CHS - Cath Lab - 3 (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Hours Per Week:   40

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift:  Day Shift 7a-3:30p M-F (40 hours a week) plus on call

Job Summary:  The MUSC Pediatric Cardiac Cath and EP Lab consists of two state-of-the-art labs, with capability to perform hybrid OR procedures all supported by a dedicated Cardiac Prep and Recovery unit. The Pediatric Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist II for the Pediatric Catheterization Lab reports to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager. Under limited supervision, the RT performs and assists complex technical procedures, operates at a high-level of technical competency and models the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity under limited supervision. This role is responsible for special cardiovascular, EP, and interventional procedures on a population ranging from the neonate to the adult congenital cardiac patient. This position functions proficiently during all heart catheterization, electrophysiology studies, ablations and other cardiovascular interventional radiographic procedures. This role commands a strong knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.

Minimum Training and Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Radiological Sciences, RT or an accredited school for Cardiovascular Technology/CVT

Licenses/Certifications:

·ARRT, CVIS, CRT or CVT

·Current BLS certification (or completed within the first 30 days), PALS and ACLS (maybe completed in first 6 months)

·Cath lab or Cardiovascular specialty certification preferred

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.  Experience: At least two years of modality specific experience.    Must have successfully complete the Imaging Specialist Clinical Ladder Program and be endorsed as a level III. Must complete the revalidation process annually with work area leadership to remain as a level III. Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA  recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.  Skill set: Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and flexible to rotate.